Chapter 1130: Chapter 1130

In just a few minutes, events took a dramatic turn. Originally, seeing even a behemoth like the Holy Church of Shadow being implicated made everyone break out in a cold sweat for the Sacred Gold Dynasty.

But who could have known that Zhang Menglong had such a terrifying presence beside him, someone from the Mystic-Breaking Realm who didn’t even have the power to resist before perishing.

The members of Lingyun Sect all looked at Wang Long in fear, as now the very fate of Lingyun Sect might be decided by the whim of this mysterious martial artist.

"Stand down," Zhang Menglong said.

"Yes!" Wang Long nodded, casting a threatening glance at the Lingyun Sect, then slowly vanishing into the void.

"Prince, I am willing to surrender to the Royal Family!"

"Prince, I’ve long been displeased with the actions of Lingyun Sect, but have been helpless against their threats. Now that you are here, we’re willing to leave Lingyun Sect!"

"Lingyun Sect is utterly reprehensible, betraying their promises and openly opposing the Royal Family. My parents taught me from a young age that I am a subject of the Sacred Gold Dynasty in life and a noble in death. I’ve stayed in Lingyun Sect for years, solely as a spy to gather evidence of their crimes!"

"My lord, I am willing to accuse Lingyun Sect of all their evil deeds!"

As the saying goes, when the wall collapses, the monkeys scatter. The strength of the allies brought by the Royal Family this time far exceeded their imagination. Now the best course for them is to immediately distance themselves from Lingyun Sect, and try to perform some acts of merit, in hopes of leniency from the Royal Family.

"You..." Ling Meng and the elders pointed at the cowardly disciples, almost fainting from rage. Was this the same group of disciples who had vowed eternal loyalty to Lingyun Sect?

"Sect Master, please do not blame us. When faced with major issues, we can only set aside our personal matters for the greater good. If someone needs to bear this infamy, let me bear it!"

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"These guys are truly talent!" Just before, Zhang Menglong had witnessed a scene of brotherly love and harmony and didn’t expect to see a group of top-tier actors here now.

If people from Lingyun City hadn’t informed them that these Lingyun Sect disciples were using the Sect’s power to bully and exploit others, they might have believed they were all coerced and deceived by Lingyun Sect.

"We admit defeat!" At this point, Ling Meng had no trump card left to compete with the Royal Family. Even a God-breaking martial artist could guard a sixth-grade dynasty, and their little Lingyun Sect couldn’t compare to them.

"From today, our Lingyun Sect will continue to serve the Royal Family, paying taxes annually." Ling Meng lowered his head, his voice growing ever quieter.

"No, Lingyun Sect must be dissolved on the spot!" Zhang Menglong declared forcefully.

"Brother Zhang, they’ve surrendered, there’s no need to eradicate them completely, is there?" Qi Ning only wanted to vent his anger, and felt he had done so.

"Twelfth brother, I support Brother Zhang’s decision," Qi Xiu said, "The Lingyun Sect has long been at odds with the Royal Family. Even if they yield this time, if someday they find a similar backer, these events might repeat."

"Moreover, they act like feudal lords in this Lingyun City. Once we leave, they could continue to reign unchallenged. What about the citizens of Lingyun City?"

"I agree with Brother Zhang too!" You Ruo didn’t have a strong opinion and felt anything Zhang Menglong said was right.

"Agreed!" Qi Ning nodded. He had seen firsthand the aversion and fear the martial artists of Lingyun City held.

"I’ll report to father and have capable people dispatched to govern Lingyun City. Henceforth, it will be directly under the Royal Family." Qi Xiu said, noting that Lingyun City was a wealthy area that could rival the Imperial City if developed properly.

"Did you hear?" Zhang Menglong said. "From today onwards, there will be no Lingyun Sect! Let’s rename this place... hmm... Lingyun City Office!"

"Is the Royal Family truly set on annihilation?" The Sect Master of Lingyun Sect and the elders still underestimated the Royal Family’s resolve. They even harbored the illusion that their surrender might spare them.

Yet, this time, the Royal Family demanded the direct dissolution of the Lingyun Sect!

"Yes, we are set on annihilation, are you unsatisfied?" Zhang Menglong said arrogantly. "If you have complaints or objections, feel free to discuss them with me. I’m very reasonable."

The threatening tone of Zhang Menglong immediately silenced them. Was Zhang Menglong someone who reasoned? He only communicated through force.

"Disciples of Lingyun Sect, if you have opinions, the Royal Family military will welcome you, but you must change your ways, leaving behind Lingyun Sect habits when joining the Royal Family!"

"I am willing to join!"

"The Prince is so magnanimous. If we don’t reciprocate, it’s we who are ignorant."

"We are willing to exhaust ourselves for the Prince unto death!"

Lingyun Sect disciples expressed their willingness to leave the Sect and join the Royal Family’s martial team. As for managing these individuals, Qi Xiu would surely have appropriate solutions.

"Regarding the elders and Ling Meng the Sect Master..." Zhang Menglong looked at them pointedly.

"We will leave the Sacred Gold Dynasty!"

With their abilities, they could find a place anywhere, at worst starting anew. But now, the Sacred Gold Dynasty no longer had space for them.

"Excellent!" Zhang Menglong and others nodded in satisfaction. "Everyone, prepare to raid!"

"Raid?" The elders and Sect Master of Lingyun Sect were stunned, what does raiding mean?

"Brother Zhang, what does raiding mean?"

"You see, Lingyun Sect has been so closely tied to the Royal Family, having developed for so long, their vault must be overflowing, why would you leave it to them?" Zhang Menglong said excitedly, rubbing his hands together.

"You there," Zhang Menglong pointed at Ling Meng, "Lead us to your vault, I now formally declare all assets of Lingyun Sect confiscated!"

Ling Meng’s face darkened suddenly, if he had these foundations, even if he had to relocate, he could quickly build a new Lingyun Sect. But without anything, he’d just be a commander without troops.

"Without assets, who would want to follow him? He might have to seek refuge and work under someone else."

"You’re essentially bandits!"

"Speak confidently, this isn’t banditry, I am the bandit, but what can you do about it?" Zhang Menglong looked at him mockingly, "We’ve traveled a long way here, shouldn’t our brothers be compensated for their efforts? We’ve consumed so many resources, isn’t compensation warranted?"

"Moreover, you’ve owed taxes for so long, late fees need paying, don’t they?"

"Go ahead!" Zhang Menglong waved his hand, "Move everything from Lingyun Sect, leave nothing behind, I’m not Xu Que, not a thread or needle should be left!"